Sugarcane Mill Stamp Appraisal

Guadeloupe 1F Postage Stamp - Sugarcane Mill Scene

This item is a used postage stamp from Guadeloupe, featuring a scene depicting a sugarcane mill. The stamp's primary color scheme is purple, with a yellow border and some yellow lettering for the country name and denomination. The central vignette, rendered in purple hues, illustrates several figures working within what appears to be a rustic interior, possibly a shelter or building made of wood and stone. A large mechanical device, likely a sugarcane press or mill, is prominent in the background, with figures actively engaged in processing the cane. Another figure on the left side of the stamp appears to be carrying a bundle, while others attend to the machinery. The top border displays 'GUADELOUPE' on the left and 'POSTES' on the right, both in yellow text. The bottom left corner shows 'RF' (République Française) in yellow, and the bottom right corner indicates the denomination '1F'. The stamp is rectangular, with perforations clearly visible around all four edges, indicating it was separated from a sheet. The overall condition appears good for a used stamp, with no obvious major tears or creases, although some minor wear consistent with its age and use is to be expected. The detailed illustration, even with the limited color palette, suggests a focus on the cultural and economic activities of Guadeloupe, likely from a mid-20th-century issuance.